Making Inclusion a Daily Practice – From Pronouns to Participation
Making Inclusion a Daily Practice – From Pronouns to Participation
A Complete Staff Training Kit for Building DEI into Everyday Camp Culture Inclusion isn’t a moment—it’s a mindset. This fully-packaged training resource gives frontline staff the tools to live out Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) every day in camp settings. Whether you're leading staff training or building team culture, this guide makes DEI approachable, practical, and relevant for real-life camp moments.
✅ What’s Included:
📄 Training Guide (45–60 minutes): Step-by-step notes for facilitators, reflection questions, group activities, and real-life scenarios.
🎴 Printable Scenario Cards: 10 realistic and thought-provoking DEI scenarios with discussion prompts.
📝 Staff Tip Sheet: A hands-on worksheet staff can write on, doodle in, and refer back to all season long. Includes a daily inclusion checklist, language swaps, and a personal note from Michael Garcia.
🧠 What Staff Will Learn:
How to use inclusive language and affirm camper identities.
Ways to adapt activities for accessibility and belonging.
How to handle missteps and model inclusive behavior in the moment.
How to recognize and prevent exclusion before it happens.
💬 A Note from Michael Garcia:
“You’re not expected to be perfect. You are expected to care, to try, and to grow. Inclusion starts in the small moments—when you notice who’s left out, use someone’s name with intention, or choose words that make people feel seen. This kit helps you do exactly that. Lead with empathy and model what belonging really looks like.”
– Michael Garcia, Youth Development Pro
🎯 Perfect for: Summer camps, afterschool programs, leadership retreats, and youth-serving organizations looking to make inclusion part of their daily rhythm—not just a training day.
🔒 Licensed for single-organization use
Disclaimer: Making Inclusion a Daily Practice – From Pronouns to Participation is intended as an introductory training resource to help frontline staff begin building awareness and confidence in practicing everyday inclusion within camp and youth program settings. This training offers foundational tools and discussion points, but it is not a comprehensive DEI certification or substitute for professional consultation.
Inclusion work is a lifelong journey. We encourage program leaders and staff to engage with a variety of voices, lived experiences, and educational resources to deepen their understanding of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion practices.
By downloading and using this resource, you agree to use it responsibly within your organization and to continue learning beyond this guide.
For additional support or custom DEI training sessions, feel free to reach out to: michael@youthdevelopmentpro.com